chicharra

Definitions of chicharra
  1. noun
    stout-bodied insect with large membranous wings; male has drum-like organs for producing a high-pitched drone
    synonyms: cigarra
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    type of:
    homóptero
    insects having membranous forewings and hind wings
  2. noun
    a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed
    synonyms: timbre, zumbador
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    type of:
    botón
    an electrical switch operated by pressing
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